Cost is always a factor when considering tooth restoration options. Are you missing some teeth? Considering Dentures? You’ve probably considered dentures. Partial or full dentures can fill in the gaps in your smile. Know Your Restoration Options Before you get dentures, consider dental implants. A dental implant is a permanent tooth restoration that is anchored…
If My Child Doesn’t Have Crooked Teeth, Do They Still Need An Orthodontic Exam?
If my child doesn’t appear to have crooked teeth, should I still have them evaluated by an orthodontist? Yes. Even if you don’t see any signs that your child will need braces. It’s crucial to have an exam and X-rays to know exactly how tooth development is progressing. When should a child be examined by…
5 Tools For Tooth Transformations
Too-small teeth. Misshapen teeth. Cracked teeth. Chipped teeth. Spacing irregularities. These problems are all-too-common. But you don’t have to live with them! With the advances in cosmetic dentistry, there are fixes for these vexing tooth dilemmas! 1. Veneers. (Also called dental laminates or porcelain veneers). These extremely thin shells are custom-made so the size, shape,…
The Five Stages of a Cavity
You may have heard that once tooth enamel is eroded, it’s gone forever. This is partially true, but in the earliest stage of enamel erosion, a cavity can be reversed. Reverse a cavity before it needs a filling If you can prohibit cavities in pre-teens, there’s a better chance that their teeth can stay healthy…
Your Mouth Pain Might Be Pulpitis. Call Us ASAP!
Some individuals hate going to the dentist. They only seek treatment when the pain is unbearable. Because we are an urgent care practice in Upper Arlington, many of our patients fall into this category. We take extra care with those who have dental anxiety. Pulpitis a condition that can bring about so much pain, even…
Think Twice Before Using Mail-Order Aligners
We get it. It sounds simple. It sounds reasonably priced. It sounds convenient. You order a kit online. It is delivered to your door. You take an impression of your teeth in the comfort of your home. Or you stop by the clinic and have the impression taken. The company sends you clear aligners to…